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CODE OF ETHICS
Christian higher education has always been a major concern and integral part of Baptist life in North Carolina. Consequently, over the years, university and church have stood as partners. The University plays an important role in the mission of the church and the mission of the Kingdom of God on earth.
Campbell University is Christian but not sectarian. Each year, many religious denominations and faiths are represented on the campus. However, it is expected that all those who attend the University will be sympathetic to its stated purposes.
As a Baptist university, Campbell is committed to teaching students to think with Christian values as their basic guidelines. Accordingly, it is incumbent upon the University to provide its students with a code of honorable behavior that in its observance makes more nearly possible an environment whereby the student can grow spiritually, morally, and intellectually.
To perpetuate these Christian ideals and principles, it is the responsibility of each student to maintain a high standard of personal behavior. Thus, a student who matriculates at Campbell University should demonstrate a willingness to abide by the following code while a member of the student body.
The code of Campbell University arises directly out of the institution's statement of purpose.
The basic principles which guide the development of Christian character and govern Christian behavior are to be found in the Scriptures. Moral law is the gift of God and is fully revealed in the teachings of Jesus Christ.
The student, by virtue of his enrollment, agrees to abide by the rules and moral precepts which govern the University community. Because of the University's commitment to the Lordship of Christ over every area of life, wholehearted obedience to moral law as set forth in the Old and New Testaments and exemplified in the life of Christ applies to every member of the University community, regardless of position.
While the Bible does not provide a specific teaching regarding all social practices, its emphasis on general principles is unmistakable, particularly in circumstances where lack of selfûrestraint would be harmful or offensive to others.
Out of these general principles come certain concrete expectations which should be viewed not negatively but as practical guidelines for conduct and for a productive way of life:
- To uphold at all times and in all places, both onû and off-campus, the University's statement of purpose.
- To protect the property rights of others from theft, damage, or misuse.
- To adhere to all college policies and regulations, including the rules governing the use of facilities, housing on and off the campus, and campus organizations.
- To obey, respect, and uphold the law of the land.
- To refrain from the possession, use, or distribution of alcoholic beverages and drugs.
- To maintain a standard of dress which insures neatness, cleanliness, and appropriateness of attire.
- To exhibit good taste, decency, and restraint at all times, refraining from disorderly conduct and indecent, profane, or obscene expression.
- To be honest in all behavior, never cheating, plagiarizing, or knowingly giving false information.
- To abstain from any sexual relations outside the bonds of marriage.
- To exemplify high principles of honor, integrity, and morality, and to help others fulfill their obligations under this code.
Last Modified December 19, 2007
